Factors to Consider in Tree Stump Removal

There are instances when tree stump removal becomes a necessity, especially if it begins to threaten property. It also prevents the risks of injury to others or their property. If you are planning a tree stump removal project, here are some factors to consider first:

1. Council regulations

First, you might want to check the local council regulations to check if you are permitted to remove the stump  in the first place. The local council will most likely post a set of rules and regulations with regards to tree removal in your area. Once you know the regulations, you should ask for a permit before you plan on removing the tree stump.

2. Impact on the environment

You should also consider the implications of the tree stump removal on the local environment. Trees play a significant role in maintaining the environment such as soil erosion prevention and providing habitats for wild life. Hence, you will require an arborist’s report first before you hire a tree removal service to ensure that you will not harm the environment if you are to pull the stump of the tree from your property.

3. Falling branches

If the branches of the tree are already rotting, you should make sure that you hire a professional to cut the tree instead of doing it by yourself. In that way, you can prevent unfortunate circumstances such as injury or even death. Make sure that you do not cut branches at height by yourself with no supervision and no proper equipment to use.

4. Hazards on electricity

When working with tree removal, the risks of starting a fire or electrocution are highly likely to occur, especially when trees come into contact with dangling and live electrical wires on your property. It can cause serious injury to yourself and can even risk the entire neighborhood if the fire isn’t controlled immediately.

5. Risks of rotting wood

The tree may look sturdy to climb on. However, it could already be rotting from the inside. Hence, it is important that you hire a professional to evaluate the structural integrity of the tree to check if it is still safe to climb on. This way, you can prevent serious injuries of climbing a decaying wood of a tree because of the lack of knowledge. Also, proper usage of the equipment required is essential to avoid massive risks present in a rotten wood of the infected tree.

Now that you know the factors and risks associated that you need to consider when removing the stump of the tree, you should make sure that you prevent it as much as possible. In that way, you can rest assured that the tree removal will be successful. Above all, the services of a professional tree lopper can guide you all throughout the tricky tree stump removal process.

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